Ukraine reportedly knew about CIA director’s unannounced visit to Moscow

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First seen: Aug 28, 2026, 9:31 AM UTCUpdated: Aug 28, 2026, 12:47 PM UTC

WHAT HAPPENED

A report says Ukraine knew about an unannounced visit by the CIA director to Moscow, with details attributed to Ukrainian intelligence chief Kyrylo Budanov.

SO WHAT?

Reported undisclosed high-level contact could affect perceptions of intelligence and diplomatic activity related to the war.

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cursdeguvernare.roro

Vizita directorului CIA la Moscova: A cerut Kremlinului reluarea negocierilor, prezentând o evaluare pesimistă a situației militare a Rusiei

Aug 28, 2026, 12:47 PM UTC

ziuanews.roro

Ucraina știa despre vizita neanunțată a directorului CIA la Moscova. Budanov dă detalii

Aug 28, 2026, 9:31 AM UTC